TOCCOA — Today marks the 9th anniversary of Montevious Flentall’s unsolved murder, and investigators are asking for your help in finally bringing closure to his family and justice to those responsible for his death. A Tragic Morning On March 18, 2014, Flentall was found shot to death in his Pageland Drive home in Toccoa. Witnesses […]
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Which city has the worst traffic in Georgia?
The number of people working from home in the United States more than tripled during the pandemic. According to the Census Bureau, 27.6 million Americans worked primarily from home in 2021, up from just 9 million in 2019. While having a makeshift office in the house makes it difficult for some remote workers to separate […]
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Fatal shooting leaves one dead in Albany
ALBANY — The Albany Police Department is actively investigating a homicide that occurred in the 1500 block of Whiting Avenue. A black man was fatally shot and pronounced dead at the scene. According to the police department, officers were dispatched to the area after receiving a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered the […]
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Discover the Secret to Lower Water Bills with Cobb County’s Flume Monitor Offer
As homeowners continue to be concerned about high water bills and look for ways to monitor their water usage, Cobb County Water has stepped up to offer a solution. The utility company is now providing a free loaner program and a discounted purchase option for an innovative system that tracks water consumption in real-time, the […]
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Atlanta opens warming centers ahead of freezing temperatures
ATLANTA — In response to the plunging temperatures expected tonight, the city of Atlanta will open two warming centers to provide shelter for those in need. The centers will open at 8 p.m. tonight and remain operational until 8 a.m. on Sunday. The locations of the warming centers are: To ensure accessibility, the city will […]
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Zero Perfect Brackets Remain After Fairleigh Dickinson’s Upset
As the first round of the men’s NCAA tournament closes, it’s been one electrifying rollercoaster of excitement for some teams, while other programs have been left with the agony of defeat. For the fans, particularly those who made their own brackets, it’s no different. The thrill of the underdog story first hit with No. 13 Furman’s defeat […]
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Largest Heroin Bust in Cherokee County Leads to 45-Year Prison Sentence for Woodstock Man
Following the largest heroin bust in Cherokee County history, Edward “Jay” Lionel Ball was convicted on Feb. 9, of multiple drug charges, including distribution of methamphetamine, distribution of heroin, trafficking heroin, manufacturing heroin and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Ball was sentenced to 60 years, with 45 years to serve in confinement […]
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Slashed in the face? At a Georgia middle school? Here’s what we know
A serious incident unfolded at Ola Middle School in McDonough on Wednesday, when a fight broke out in the cafeteria, leading to one middle school student being slashed in the face by a sharp object. The altercation has resulted in one student facing criminal charges. Henry County Schools Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis addressed the incident […]
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18 Irish Stars Who Really Know How to Celebrate on St. Patrick’s Day
In Chicago, they dye the Chicago River green. New York City throws a parade for St. Patrick’s Day, which honors Ireland’s primary patron saint. Across the country, While we all celebrate a wee bit ‘o the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. e salute these popular celebrities of Irish descent. Go green! Related: 50 Best St. Patrick’s Day […]
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What happened in March in Georgia history?
Georgia has a rich and diverse history, with many significant events taking place throughout the month of March. Here are the top 10 most important events that occurred in Georgia during this month in state history. In 1540: Hernando de Soto and his army reached the southern border of what is now Georgia. This marked […]
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24-year-old Lawrenceville man killed in Cobb County motorcycle crash
A tragic motorcycle collision claimed the life of a 24-year-old man and left a 23-year-old woman with serious injuries on March 16, at the intersection of Veterans Memorial Highway and Cooper Lake Road, according to the Cobb County Police Department. According to police, Stacey Miles Davis, of Lawrenceville, was driving a Harley-Davidson motorcycle with passenger […]
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The weather in Georgia this weekend will be freezing with thunderstorms
It looks like March in Georgia is definitely going out like a lion with freezing temperatures and rain in the forecast for this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a weather advisory for residents of Georgia, warning of scattered thunderstorms and a freeze watch across different parts of the state. On Friday afternoon and […]
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Tow to Go helps keep drunk drivers off the road on St. Patrick’s Day
In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, AAA is activating their Tow to Go program, hoping to prevent impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel. The program is available from 6 p.m. Thursday, March 16th to 6 a.m. Monday, March 20th and offers free and confidential rides to AAA members and non-members who are too impaired […]
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Sports betting in Georgia back on the table
Legislation to legalize sports betting in Georgia left for dead after Crossover Day in the General Assembly last week was brought back to life Thursday. None of the four measures on sports betting introduced early in this year’s session made it through the Crossover Day deadline for bills to pass at least one legislative chamber […]
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18-year-old arrested in connection with two Coweta County fires
Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that an 18-year-old from Newnan was arrested on March 8 in connection with two Coweta County fires. “At approximately 4:00 a.m. that morning, the State Fire Marshal’s Office was requested by Coweta County Fire Rescue to assist in the investigation of a mobile home fire […]
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Pain Relief Medications During Pregnancy: Are They Safe?
Pregnancy is an exciting time for many expectant mothers. But like many other parts of life, it comes with its challenges. One of the most common issues a pregnant woman faces is pain. It can be caused by various factors, some of them not related to the pregnancy itself. Pain relief medications are commonly used […]
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Dispute between neighbors ends in Georgia police shooting and killing a 76-year-old man
The Gist: The GBI is investigating a police shooting in Carroll County, that resulted in a 76-year-old man was shot and killed. The shooting occurred on March 15, 2023, in the 100 block of Bar J Road in Temple after the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office responded to a dispute between neighbors. What We Know: According […]
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Justin Hartley’s New Drama Retitled ‘Tracker’ — Watch The First Promo
CBS has announced that The Never Game has been retitled Tracker. Hartley stars in and serves as an executive producer in the series. The premiere date for the fall will be announced at another time. The network also released the first promo for the drama, showing Hartley’s Colter Shaw in a room, looking at a photo of a man […]
